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Devin O'Connor

Devin O'Connor is a senior reporter for Casino.org, covering politics, casino business, and gaming news.

Devin came on board with Casino.org in 2014. He lives in Arlington, Va.

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Casino Provides Those in Need With Thanksgiving Turkeys and All The Trimmings
November 19, 2025

Casino Provides Those in Need With Thanksgiving Turkeys and All The Trimmings

Rivers Casino Portsmouth handed out 500 Thanksgiving meals The event supported those in need and federal government workers Norfolk's newly opened casino donated to the local food bank Reasons to be thankful this Thanksgiving came...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Baltimore Sports Betting Lawsuit Against DraftKings and FanDuel Will Be Tried in City Court
November 18, 2025

Baltimore Sports Betting Lawsuit Against DraftKings and FanDuel Will Be Tried in City Court

The City of Baltimore sued DraftKings and FanDuel in April 2025 The lawsuit alleging consumer protection violations will be tried in the city court FanDuel and DraftKings have withdrawn their American Gaming Association membership  Baltimore...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Atlantic City Casinos Begin Shoulder Season Strong, October Revenue Climbs to $234.7 Million
November 18, 2025

Atlantic City Casinos Begin Shoulder Season Strong, October Revenue Climbs to $234.7 Million

Atlantic City casino revenue in October was up 12.5% from October 2024 Atlantic City in-person gambling continues to rally in 2025 iGaming growth continues Atlantic City casinos enjoyed their best summer in years in 2025....

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FanDuel and DraftKings Ditch American Gaming Association for Prediction Markets
November 18, 2025

FanDuel and DraftKings Ditch American Gaming Association for Prediction Markets

FanDuel and DraftKings are no longer AGA members The American Gaming Association represents the commercial and tribal gaming industries Prediction markets led to the companies' split from the AGA FanDuel and DraftKings have rescinded their...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Hard Rock New York Casino Signs City Agreement Despite US Open Tennis Lawsuit
November 18, 2025

Hard Rock New York Casino Signs City Agreement Despite US Open Tennis Lawsuit

New York City has signed an agreement that allows its 50-acre parking lot in Queens to be redeveloped Hard Rock and billionaire Steve Cohen can construct a casino resort on the city property The developers...

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Steve Wynn Slashes Beverly Hills Mansion Asking Price in Half
November 17, 2025

Steve Wynn Slashes Beverly Hills Mansion Asking Price in Half

Steve Wynn is now asking $65 million for his Beverly Hills home The estate was listed for $135 million in 2020 Former casino mogul Steve Wynn has slashed the asking price for his mega-mansion in...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Online Casino Gambling in Massachusetts Fields Powerful Opposition in Wynn Resorts
November 17, 2025

Online Casino Gambling in Massachusetts Fields Powerful Opposition in Wynn Resorts

Wynn Resorts opposes iGaming in Massachusetts The Encore Boston Harbor operator says any tax revenue benefit would be greatly offset by associated economic declines Online casino gambling was considered by the Massachusetts Joint Committee on...

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New York Judge Might Have Just Ended Steve Cohen’s Pursuit of Queens Casino
November 17, 2025

New York Judge Might Have Just Ended Steve Cohen’s Pursuit of Queens Casino

A New York judge has granted a temporary restraining order against Steve Cohen's casino plan in Queens The injunction could prevent the bid from being greenlit next month The odds of billionaire Steve Cohen's $8...

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Here’s How Much Taxes the Mega Millions Winner Will Pay on $980 Million Jackpot
November 16, 2025

Here’s How Much Taxes the Mega Millions Winner Will Pay on $980 Million Jackpot

The Mega Millions jackpot finally hit after 39 drawings A single ticket sold at a grocery store in Georgia matched the six numbers Friday night's Mega Millions winner won the rights to pick between an...

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Stephen A. Smith Solitaire App Partnership Finished Amid Controversy
November 14, 2025

Stephen A. Smith Solitaire App Partnership Finished Amid Controversy

Stephen A. Smith is done with "Solitaire Cash" The social gambling app is alleged to be rigged against real players Stephen A. Smith has been hawking a controversial social gambling app to his six million...

Written by Devin O'Connor